Paris St Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been charged with corruption by French authorities, his lawyers have confirmed.

Oil exploration company Petrel Resources reduced its losses in the first six months of the year, despite ongoing difficulties in its global activities.

Petroceltic International has suspended its Iraqi operations and begun to evacuate "non-essential personnel" from the region on safety grounds.

Irish explorer Petrel Resources said it expects operational activity to speed up in the coming months.